Autumn 2010 - Newsletter n17
the BIE newsletter
Shanghai, Closing of a Great Expo !
Special Edition n4 Expo Shanghai
Extracts of the Closing Speech by Mr Jean-Pierre Lafon, President of the BIE, during the Closing Ceremony of Expo
Shanghai 2010
Expo 2010 Shanghai China is an astounding success for China. It is a success The theme of Shanghai Expo, Better City, Better Life is more relevant now than
for the city of Shanghai; it is also a success for the World of Exhibitions: the BIE ever for the whole planet and in particular for China, for all developing countries
and its Member States. who are undergoing an uncontrolled increase of their cities populations and for
Shanghai shows that with a talented organisation, a wish to succeed and an developed countries who must renew their suburbs and neighbourhoods.
excellent international communication campaign, a World Expo always brings The light of the Shanghai World Expo will continue to shine long into the
out a true fascination. future.
FLASH BIE Wishing you a New Year 2011 with dreams and projects coming true!
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EXPO x EXPOS, the BIE Itinerary Exhibition,
built in the area A of the Expo Site of Shanghai among the International Pavilions, received more than 2
million visitors and had a very good coverage in the press.
The City of Lige, in Belgium, will host EXPO x EXPOS in Summer 2011.
Tribute to Gabriele
Words cannot express our shock, sadness and pain at losing one of
our most dear colleagues, Gabriele Fasan. We mourn the loss of our
friend. Gabriele was honorable, faithful, tender and cheerful. But
our emotion and sorrow will not prevent us from forgetting our
happiness at knowing him.
Gabriele contributed significantly to the success of EXPO x EXPOS,
the BIEs exhibition which traveled to cities all over the world.
Through his work and kind nature, Gabriele was appreciated by all
those who knew or met him.
His BIEs colleagues pay him an affectionate tribute. Our thoughts
will be always with him.
We offer our respect and our fond memories to Gabrieles partner
and family in the hope that it will help them to come to terms with
their unbearable and incomprehensible loss.
Shanghai World Expo Museum: the Memorandum of Cooperation between the Shanghai Municipal Peoples Government and the BIE
FLASH BIE was signed in Paris on November 23rd, 2010
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On the occasion of the closing of Expo 2010 Shanghai China,
the 4th General Assembly of the AVE
- Association of Cities and Regions Hosting an International Exposition -
was held on October 29 in the Expo Site with the view to carry forward
Expo achievements, share Expo experience and preserve Expo legacy.
Mayors and Representatives of over fifteen AVE Member Cities or
Regions in the world and some Observers attended the meeting to
discuss about the promoting role and profound influence of hosting
Expo to urban development.
The Vice Mayor of Zaragoza, Spain, on behalf of Mayor Juan Alberto
Belloch Julbe, President of the AVE since 2008, handed over the AVE flag
to Mr. Han Zheng, Mayor of Shanghai, and new President of the AVE
until the end of Expo Yeosu 2012.
Mr. Herbert Schmalstieg, Former Mayor of Hanover, Germany, Mr.
Masahiro Katagiri, Vice Governor of Aichi Prefecture, Japan, and Mr.
Chung-seog Kim, Mayor of Yeosu, Republic of Korea, delivered speeches
respectively on their experience in hosting or preparing an EXPO.
The next AVE General Assembly will take place in Yeosu, Republic of
Korea, in August 2012.
The BIE Cosmos Prize-Expo Shanghai 2010
went to the Chinese project For Our Daughters - Combating poverty,
disempowerment, and cultural loss for ethnic minority women in Guizhou,
China.
During the evening session of the BIE Day held in Shanghai on October 30, 2010, the
Director of the association Chain Reaction: Guizhou Rural Tourism Development
Centre, Mrs Xiaosong ZHANG, received the Prize, which represents a 20.000 award
given by the Commemorative Foundation of Expo90 Osaka, Japan.
Dr. Estella Leopold has made tremendous achievements by
continuing and further developing the Land Ethic, which was
initiated by her father, Aldo Leopold (1887-1948), as well as by
disseminating the idea to many places in the United States. She is still
pursuing activities that weave the Land Ethic into the fabric of
peoples lives and society.
On July 28th, 2010, the International Dr. Estella Leopold was awarded a certificate of merit, a medallion, and
Cosmos Prize Committee (Chairperson: Dr. a monetary prize of 40 million yen at the award ceremony held on
Akito Arima) selected Dr. Estella B.
October 14th, 2010.
Leopold, Professor Emeritus, University of
Washington (83), as the winner of the 2010 The International Cosmos prize was established in 1993 by Comme-
(18th) International Cosmos Prize. morative Foundation for Expo90 to carry on and further develop
the idea of The Harmonious Coexistence between Nature and
The decision to award the prize to Dr. Leopold was reached after
considering the recommendations submitted by the International Mankind presented at the International garden and Greenery
Cosmos Prize Screening Committee of Experts (Chairperson: Exposition, or Expo90, held in Osaka, Japan.
Dr. Masahiro Kato). Website http://www.expo-cosmos.or.jp/menu_e.html
FLASH BIE Expo Yeosu 2012: Second Participants Meeting from April 4th to April 7th, 2011
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BIE Day
Extracts of the Speech by Mr Vicente Gonzlez Loscertales,
Secretary General of the BIE, during the Ceremony of the BIE Day,
on October 30th, 2010
Friendship, respect, dialogue, generosity and passion. Expo is certainly not a pre-packaged product.
These are some of the words that come to mind to Expo offers a universal framework established
describe our experience with you to bring this around core values and practices that are
amazing event to millions of people. designed to support progress, solidarity and
For over 160 years World Expos have helped humanity education.
to make sense of change and to navigate through Shanghai 2010 has been a shining example of the
difficult times Today, Shanghai 2010 is yet another ability of organisers and participants to create an
milestone as cities and nations look for sustainable event that is truly capable to fulfil some of the
urban solutions and practices. needs and expectations of the times. This convic-
China has attributed a high strategic value to tion is the strongest legacy that Shanghai 2010
Shanghai 2010 since the beginning. In so doing, can leave to the BIE, especially as our organization
China has demonstrated a forward looking vision prepares to celebrate its 60th Anniversary next
that had fully grasped the significance of the World year.
Expo to foster sustainable economic growth and Expos are practices that cities and nations can engage in to promote education, innovation
environmental management at the city, regional, and cooperation for sustainable development, which today has been identified as the funda-
national and international level. mental path to build better future societies.
Spectacle In order to give to the BIE Day the multicultural character which is the essence of our organisa-
tion and to promote the Expo of Shanghai and the two coming Expos, the audience had the
pleasure to assist a show integrated by China, Republic of Korea and Italy.
Republic of Korea
China Italy
FLASH BIE Expo Milano 2015has been registered by the BIE General Assembly during its 148th session on November 23rd, 2010 in Paris.
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Awards Ceremony
CategoryA Category B Category C Category D
Theme Develoment
Gold GERMANY CHILE ALGERIA MAURITANIA
Silver RUSSIA NEW ZEALAND TURKEY CYPRUS
Bronze FRANCE IRELAND PERU CAPE VERDE
Creative Display
SAUDI ARABIA SWEDEN SLOVENIA PACIFIC JOINT
Gold
PAVILION
Silver JAPAN POLAND CZECH REPUBLIC LIECHTENSTEIN
Bronze INDONESIA MOROCCO QATAR JORDAN
Pavillon Design
Gold UNITED KINGDOM FINLAND PORTUGAL
The pavilions
are grouped
Silver REPUBLIC OF KOREA NORWAY HUNGARY by categories
according to their size.
Bronze SPAIN DENMARK GREECE
Awards Ceremony UBPA Expo Shanghai 2010 - 1st November, 2010
Vicente Gonzlez Loscertales, Secretary General of the BIE, and
Hong Hao, Director General of the Bureau of Shanghai World Expo
Coordination, attended the ceremony with about 300 UBPA pavilion
staff.
Yesterday, Premier Wen Jiabao in his speech said that one day in the Expo is
like reading for 10 years. I wish to echo this with the UBPA and congratulate
you for all you have been able to show and to teach with these very educatio-
nal, yet festive displays., said BIE Secretary General who added:
You have created one of the most innovative and striking features of Expo
2010 and set the bar high for future Expos.
Best practices must and will become more and more an integral part of
Expos. We are looking forward to seeing your presence again, through other
themes, in future Expos.
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Expo Shanghai 2010 Summit Forum
On the 31st October, the Expo Shanghai all aimed at sharing innovative approaches to The BIE Secretary General, Mr. Vicente
2010 Summit Forum on Urban Innovation sustainable urban development. Gonzalez Loscertales, concluded the
and Sustainable Development was the opening ceremony by reminding the
As the stage for announcing the Shanghai
conclusive intellectual achievement that audience that: Expos are becoming key
Declaration on Harmonious Cities, the
accompanied the final celebrations of the assets for governments and international
Summit Forum represents the foundation for
184 days World Expo. organizations in their effort to communicate
developing a legacy for the Expo theme. The
The Summit Forum, co-hosted by the words of Premier Wen Jiabao reinforced the to the public the major issues at the top of
Shanghai World Expo organizing importance of Expos as platforms for advance their global agendas. They are new
committee, the United Nations, and the BIE progress and education: Expo 2010 Shanghai platforms for multilateral public diplomacy
was the tip of the iceberg of a series of is an eye-opening event, showcasing the best that help fill the existing awareness and
Expo forums that Shanghai 2010 has material achievements of human civilizations. knowledge gaps amongst citizens. As
hosted around China before and during It will also leave behind a rich spiritual legacy Shanghai 2010 has proven, in the 21st
the Expo. These Forums have not only and a constant source of inspiration. This is century, Expos are engines of change that
made a key contribution in advancing the soul of the Expo. Only when the fruits of strongly support the top-down policy
public understanding of the theme Better human civilization are elevated onto the efforts of governments and international
City, Better Life, but have provided a spiritual and philosophical level will they organizations.
platforms for international organizations become the common assets of the entire
to establish a solid base for cooperation in humanity and be passed down from genera- While the Summit Forum was a success in
Expos. tion to generation. It is therefore highly itself in terms of visibility and high-level
relevant that we review this Expo and see attendance, its greatest importance rests on
Participants at the Summit Forum included
what experience and inspiration we can draw the foundation of cooperation that it has
State leaders, high-level representatives of
from it. established between the BIE, the United
countries and major corporations, mayors,
scientists, leading experts and entrepre- United Nations Secretary General Ban Ki-moon Nations and China. In the words of Mr. Locer-
neurs from each continent. Contributions opening remarks at the Summit Forum highligh- tales It has been a successful experience
included digital cities, knowledge innova- ted the growing importance that Expos, that has highlighted important synergies
tion, eco-cities, economic development and through their themes, are playing to bring to a that can only strengthen the educational
balanced urban-rural relations, community large public the key concerns and efforts carried impact of future Expos amongst citizens as
management and youth creativity and were out by the international community. well as local and global leaders alike.
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Shanghai Declaration - 31 October 2010
WE, participants and friends from all reaches of the globe, drawn by the natural disasters. They should apply principles of openness and mutual
theme Better City, Better Life, have gathered in Shanghai and jointly benefit in strengthening scientific and technological exchanges and
fashioned the first World Expo in a developing country organized under collaboration to promote urban development around the world.
the auspices of the Bureau International des Expositions. During these
184 days, we have explored, envisioned and simulated the mosaic of To Build a Smart and Accessible Information Society
urban life through the wonderful exhibitions of the pavilions, the Cities should recognize that information and communication technolo-
instructive showcases of urban best practices, the in-depth intellectual gies are essential to a vibrant social, economic and cultural life of the
exchanges in the forums and the brilliant cultural events. city. Cities should invest in information and communication technology
infrastructure so as to strengthen services across multiple sectors, and to
WE have come to realize that peoples understanding and pursuit of a build an intelligent digital nervous system supporting urban operations.
better life are both the foundations and the engines of urban develop- They should strengthen the use of information technology in education,
ment. reduce the digital divide, and increase the access of residents to
information.
WE are also convinced that it is necessary to re-examine the relationship
between people, cities and our planet. To Foster an Open and Sharing Multicultural Society
Cities should endeavour to protect tangible and intangible cultural
WE agree that, in tackling the challenges of urban development, innova- heritage and encourage the development of multicultural Society. Like
tion offers solutions and the concept of Cities of Harmony embodies the ocean that embraces all rivers, cities should keep an open spirit and
our dreams. actively engage in intercultural exchanges and interactions. Cities
should pursue cultural innovation based on respect for cultural
At present, with more than half of humankind living in cities, our planet traditions and the preservation of cultural diversity, so as to generate
has entered the urban age. Rapid urbanization and industrialization lasting momentum for urban and human development.
have offered to humanity the abundant fruits of modern civilization, but
at the same time they have brought unprecedented challenges. Popula- To Build Friendly and Liveable Communities
tion explosion, traffic congestion, environmental pollution, resource Cities should promote a harmonious and friendly social environment,
shortages, urban poverty and cultural conflicts are becoming urban and build civil, safe and liveable urban neighbourhoods through
problems with a global scope. rational planning. They should provide high-quality public services in
For historical and current reasons, these phenomena are especially employment, healthcare, education, housing, social welfare and other
prominent in many developing countries. The Shanghai Expo areas. They should encourage public participation in urban planning
responded to the times by selecting cities as its theme. It also introduced and governance, take into consideration the practical and psychological
the first-ever Urban Best Practices Area and Virtual Expo to pursue a needs of migrants to the cities, and eliminate social barriers and
ground-breaking exploration of the possible solutions to the common conflicts.
dilemmas faced by humankind.
To Pursue Balanced Urban-Rural Development
Today, as this grand gathering comes to a close, we sing high praise for Cities should coordinate balanced development with rural regions
the important value of the World Expo as a platform to confront these through the provision of services and infrastructure. Cities should strive
challenges and as a vehicle for dynamic exchange and interaction to reduce the urban-rural gap, take into consideration the interests of
between civilizations. We enthusiastically issue this Shanghai Declara- disadvantaged social groups. More efforts should be taken to improve
tion as a summary of the substantive achievements of the Shanghai and optimize urban-rural linkages as well as regional networks. Cities
Expo and an expression of the shared aspirations of people around the should actively initiate urban-rural dialogue to achieve harmony in their
world for a Better City, Better Life. interactions.
WE aspire to build cities that establish harmony between diverse
people, between development and environment, between cultural
legacies and future innovations. A City of Harmony reveals itself when
people are in harmony with nature, society, and themselves, and when
there is also harmony between generations.
To this end, we join together in proposing:
To Establish an Ecological Civilization Oriented toward the Future
Cities should respect nature, consider the urban ecological environment
as an asset, integrate environmental issues into urban planning and
administration, and accelerate the transition to sustainable develop-
ment. They should promote the use of renewable energy sources and
build low-carbon eco-cities. They should strongly advocate for conser-
vation of resources and promote environment-friendly manufacturing.
Cities and their citizens should join together to create sustainable
lifestyles and an ecological civilization in which people and environment
co-exist in harmony.
To Pursue Inclusive and Balanced Growth WE THEREFORE call upon the world to pursue the efforts we have under-
Cities should balance economic growth and social development; seek to taken in the Shanghai Expo: to promote sustainable urban develop-
achieve an optimal relationship between social equity and economic ment, to foster cooperation and exchanges among cities and regions,
efficiency; strive to create an institutional environment of shared rights and to share experiences and lessons in urbanization.
and interests, equal opportunity, and fair competition; and work to
reduce inequities in income. They should enable all residents to share WE propose to undertake initiatives for knowledge sharing and capacity
the fruits of urban development and fully realize their personal growth. building for cities around the world as they tackle the economic, social
and environmental challenges of the 21st century. One such initiative
To Promote Scientific and Technological Innovation as a Path to will create educational materials for future city planners and managers
Development by compiling the intellectual contributions of the Shanghai Expo.
Cities should strengthen scientific research and technological innova-
tion, as well as establish and improve systems for using new technolo- WE propose that October 31st, the day of the closing ceremony of World
gies. They should accelerate the application of scientific findings in order Expo 2010 Shanghai China, should be nominated as World Better Cities
to improve the quality of peoples lives and create new industries and Day, so that the ideas and practices of the Shanghai Expo will be
jobs. They should leverage scientific research and technological innova- recalled, renewed and advanced in the future, inspiring humankind in its
tion to build up the capacity of cities to prevent and mitigate urban and enduring pursuit of urban innovation and harmonious development!
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